Description
The Mississippi State University is seeking a qualified contractor to execute a comprehensive re‑forestation project on the Wolf River tract in Hancock County, Mississippi. The work includes herbicide application, mechanical site preparation, fire‑lane construction, prescribed fire, and planting of hardwood and longleaf pine seedlings across roughly 201 acres. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder and requires a $1 million liability insurance policy and completion of a Form D ownership disclosure.
• Total re‑forestation area: 170.37 acres of bottom‑land hardwoods and 31.00 acres of longleaf pine.
• Required activities: 20 gal/acre herbicide spray (specific mix), roller‑chop prep, fire‑lane (5,920 ft) and prescribed fire for pine, planting densities of ~435 hardwood seedlings/acre and ~622 pine seedlings/acre.
• Delivery method: sealed envelope or electronic submission via Bully Buy; bids must be received by 2 p.m. CST on September 9, 2026.
• Contractor obligations: $1 M liability coverage, registration with the Mississippi Secretary of State (or exemption), and submission of Form D.
• Award criteria: lowest responsive and responsible bid; contract signing required within 15 days of award.